Chapter 471: You actually came? Then I won't be polite

Of course it's on purpose; if I don't provoke you, how else would you get riled up?

Chen Yongren directly pulled Lin Ke Xin into his arms, one hand lightly rubbing her waist as he looked at Yuan Gangxian.

Lin Ke Xin wore a sweet, obedient expression, leaning into Chen Yongren's embrace.

Chi Mu Chengping said nothing, instead lifting the cup before him and taking a light sip, appearing utterly uninvolved.

Seeing Chen Yongren's smile, Yuan Gangxian's expression turned slightly unnatural; for a moment he didn't know how to rebut.

Noticing the awkward atmosphere at the dinner table, Yuan Tian Tonggui chuckled and said, "Gang Xian has been wholly focused on his career lately, busy expanding the family business…"

As Yuan Gangxian's wife, I can't really expose my husband's shortcomings; naturally I should speak up for him and give him a way out.

Yuan Gangxian reacted quickly, nodding at once: "Exactly, the company's business is in an upswing; I don't want to find ways to make more money—do I have to loaf around like you and bring shame to the family?"

"If you want to get married, then you need to consider your future life."

Yuan Gangxian couldn't care less who the woman beside Chen Yongren is; in fact, the humbler her background, the better.

Thinking this, Yuan Gangxian couldn't help feeling regret.

I should have long ago found a humble, beautiful woman to seduce my own brother—why would I need to go through all this trouble to prove my ability?

"Gang Xian is quite right," said the hitherto silent Chi Mu Chengping: "You really shouldn't be just drifting through life like this."

"Rest tonight; tomorrow you'll officially start work and learn by my side."

That fast?

That's really great.

Though happy inside, Chen Yongren put on a bitter face and said, "Uncle, isn't this too fast?"

"Meishazi and I just arrived in Jinmen; I still want to spend a few more days playing with her."

"Besides, there's still a lot I'm not familiar with; I don't even know what to do—you have to give me time to learn the job."

As a spoiled Young Master, I naturally put eating, drinking, and entertainment first—how could I possibly work diligently?

"How can you know the job's content without working?" Chi Mu Chengping knew his nephew's nature; if he could delay, he would push it off as long as possible.

He said directly, "With me here, I'll definitely get you up to speed on the work quickly."

Hearing that, Chen Yongren's face showed some displeasure.

Lin Ke Xin, seeing this, originally wanted to say something.

But then she felt Chen Yongren's hand on her waist tighten slightly, and she immediately chose to stay silent.

Yuan Gangxian deliberately said, "Chief, you're not young either—it's time to prepare for your career."

"After all, as a member of the family, you also need to grow up quickly and take part in the family business."

It was just polite talk—who would have thought Chi Mu Chengping would suddenly nod and say, "Gang Xian, what you said is indeed reasonable; I was at fault on this point."

After pondering a moment: "Empty talk is useless; Gang Xian, since you've said so, quickly arrange a job for the Chief."

"Let him first get familiar with the company's operations, lay a solid foundation for the future, and then he can assist you in your work."

Chi Mu Chengping was thinking about how to help Yuan Chief gain more authority when Yuan Gangxian just pushed the meat toward his mouth.

"What?" Yuan Gangxian blinked in surprise.

I was just being polite with you—why did you take it seriously?

Yuan Gangxian totally regards the dock business as his own asset; if he really let his brother join the company, he'd surely just give him a menial position…

If he goofs off in the company, can the business still function?

"Idiot!"

"I just wanted to fan the flames, never expecting to get myself tangled up."

Yuan Gangxian felt somewhat embarrassed.

Chi Mu Chengping is my mother's younger brother; the two families A Ren't ordinarily related, and for a moment Yuan Gangxian didn't know how to refuse.

You've basically lifted a stone to drop on your own foot, huh?

Hearing Yuan Gangxian's inner thoughts, Chen Yongren smirked; he also understood Chi Mu Chengping's idea, and complained, "Uncle, I still haven't figured out the work inside the agency."

"Now there's no time to worry about business matters—you might as well work me to death."

Yuan Gangxian seized the opportunity, saying, "Yeah, Uncle, the Chief is still young…"

"What's there to be tired about at a young age?" Chi Mu Chengping frowned, cutting off Yuan Gangxian: "Precisely because he's still young, he should really strive!"

"When you reach my age, even if the Chief wanted to strive, he couldn't!"

"Uncle, you're still young—who dares call you old? I'll go whip him right now," Chen Yongren chuckled.

"Don't think a couple of nice words will get you off the hook." Chi Mu Chengping snorted coldly, then looked at Yuan Gangxian and said, "Gang Xian, I'm not familiar with business matters—you'll have to teach him."

Things having come to this, Yuan Gangxian could only nod in agreement, trying to stay calm: "I happen to be lacking a secretary right—from now on you'll stay by my side and help me handle some documents."

"This business is very important to the family's finances."

"Don't think that because we're brothers you can pull tricks in front of me."

"I don't care whose Young Master you are—once you're in the company, your only identity is employee!"

"Understood?"

I had originally planned to casually assign Yuan Chief to some department and leave him there.

But Yuan Gangxian thought it over—never mind whether his uncle would agree; just Yuan Chief's talent for causing trouble means he can't be casually posted.

So it's safest to keep him close by, at least so I can watch him and prevent any trouble.

Most importantly.

"I could also more easily set traps for Yuan Chief; with his intellect he'd surely not notice."

"Then, as long as I get him to make a few mistakes, I can step in and turn the tide, saving the family's losses."

"Over time, it will naturally let the father see who truly is the family's pillar."

"I will sooner or later be the master of this household!"

Yo!

Being ugly is fine, but you still think you're pretty.

With this young master here, you are ultimately a subject; Chen Yongren just gives a few perfunctory replies, nodding along.

Having eaten and drunk their fill, everyone also agreed to meet again when they have time.

Yuan Gangxian smiled, waved goodbye to Chen Yongren and the others, until the carriage vanished from sight—his smile instantly faded, replaced by a face full of gloom.

He knew that Chi Mu Chengping's ready agreement to the evening banquet invitation boded no good.

As expected.

Yuan Chief had just arrived in Jinmen, and he was eager to slip him into the company—clearly intending to poach him.

What's so good about my younger brother? Why does everyone like him?

Yuan Gangxian anxiously rubbed his stiff cheeks, pretending to be happy throughout the meal—his face almost cramped from smiling; now he can finally be himself.

"Gang Xian…" Yuan Tian Tonggui noticed Yuan Gangxian's off mood, walked to his side and spoke softly.

Who would have thought Yuan Gangxian completely ignored Yuan Tian Tonggui, turning and heading back inside.

Yuan Tian Tonggui had no choice but to follow behind him.

Yuan Gangxian happened to see the servant carrying the gift out of the restaurant.